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Group A streptococcus and streptococcal toxic shock syndrome: a postpartum case report

✍ Scribed by Sara Golden

Publisher
Elsevier Science
Year
2003
Tongue
English
Weight
53 KB
Volume
48
Category
Article
ISSN
1526-9523

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✦ Synopsis

Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome from group A streptococcal disease is rare in the postpartum period, yet it is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis and treatment can lessen complications. Midwives can improve provision of postpartum care by being adequately educated about signs and symptoms of this disease, thereby enhancing their ability to recognize it and obtain the appropriate referral or collaborative medical care. A clinical presentation of postpartum streptococcal toxic shock syndrome, including provider follow‐up, is presented.

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